The Wine Profile

1 How does Chenin Blanc typically feel in your mouth compared to a full-bodied red wine?

A Very full and heavy, similar to a bold red wine B Extremely thin, lighter than most other white wines C Light to medium — closer to flavoured water than heavy cream D Always full-bodied because of its high sugar content

2 What does 'sec' mean on a Vouvray label?

A Sweet B Sparkling C Aged D Dry

3 Chenin Blanc is known for always tasting tart, whether the wine is dry or sweet. What is this quality called?

A High alcohol, which gives a warm and full-bodied feeling B High sweetness, which balances the wine's fruit flavors C High tannins, which give a dry and grippy feeling D High acidity, which gives a fresh and sharp taste

4 Which vessel is most commonly used when making fine Chenin Blanc wine?

A Concrete tanks to add a strong mineral character B Small new oak barrels to add rich vanilla flavour C Stainless steel or large neutral oak barrels D Clay amphorae to add an earthy, rustic character

5 Why does Chenin Blanc rarely taste buttery, unlike many Chardonnays?

A Chenin is typically made without malolactic fermentation, preserving its sharp acidity B Chenin is harvested earlier, producing fruitier flavors instead C Chenin grows in a cooler climate that prevents butteriness D Chenin is always aged in stainless steel, unlike Chardonnay

6 What does a young glass of Chenin Blanc typically look like in terms of color?

A Pale lemon-yellow with a green tint B Clear ruby red with orange hints C Rosy pink with a purple edge D Deep golden yellow, almost like honey